Little Barn Owls Pre-school

Treehouse, Elson Infant School, Elson Lane, Gosport PO12 4EU
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  • Little Barn Owls Pre-school, Gosport

Care Provided by Little Barn Owls Pre-school

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Julia Batley (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 9
  • Registered Charity Number
  • 1107592
  • Total Places for Children
  • 30
  • Age Range
    • from 2 years 0 months
    • to 4 years 11 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-16:00
    Tuesday 08:00-16:00
    Wednesday 08:00-16:00
    Thursday 08:00-16:00
    Friday 08:00-16:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 5 staff training days per year

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All three of my children have attended Little Barn Owls and It is absolutely wonderful! It's an incredible preschool with kind, caring and efficient staff. Knowing that the people taking care of your child are giving them the best care and experiences is all you can ask for. I highly recommend Little
Barn Owls to anyone whos looking for somewhere awesome for their little one.

Reply from Chloe Wayne-Morris, Early Years Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely comment! We are glad to hear that all three of your children have experienced a wonderful time.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My twins absolutely love Little Barn Owls, as did my oldest son who joined as soon as it opened! All the staff are lovely and so caring, we have never had any problems. Communication is great and nothing is too much to ask.

Reply from Chloe Wayne-Morris, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely comment! We are please to hear that all of your boys have enjoyed their time at Little Barn Owls.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really friendly staff and make you feel welcome from the first day. A great team that keeps you updated with what your child has been up to in the day. My child always comes out bouncing to show me what he had made or what he has been up to. Thank you.

Reply from Chloe Wayne-Morris, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

Thank you for the lovely comment! We are pleased to hear your son is enjoying his time at Little Barn Owls.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Little Barn Owls have been absolutely amazing for our son and we could not rate the highly enough. They have been wonderful and getting to know our son and really understand him. They keep excellent communication links between parents and staff and our son is always so happy to walk in every morning
and tell us what lovely things he has done at the end of each day there.

Reply from Chloe Wayne-Morris, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely comment! We are pleased to hear your son is happy at Little Barn Owls.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are so accommodating to all the children's needs, you can see it's not just a job they generally care for each child, they also have so much time for the parents and always offer their time and a chat if they need to. My son is thriving there and loves going, after being at another nursery,
the difference to how he is now, making friends, and enjoying his time goes to show they are fantastic at their job, the nursery setting is lovely, with a great variety of toys to suit a wide range of children's interest, all the staff are friendly, smiley and chatty, I highly recommend it.

Reply from Chloe Wayne-Morris, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

Thank you for your lovely comment! We are pleased to hear your son is enjoying his time at Little Barn Owls.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery with amazing friendly staff. My little boy loves going and always tells me about his fun filled day. The staff are all so helpful and are amazing with the children. They always do something different each day. I will be sending my youngest when he is old enough to go. Can't praise
and thank the staff enough for everything they have done and continue to do.

Reply from Julia Batley, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

Thank you very much for your kind words. I will pass on your comments to the
Little Barn Owls team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child settled so well as soon as she joined Little Barn Owls Pre-school and she's always willing to go in. It's not bad at all for children, the teachers are always polite when giving feedback, I have never experienced any negativity.

Reply from Julia Batley, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

Thank you very much for your kind words. I will pass your comments on to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Couldn't ask for a better experience of playschool for you son. Very attentive always welcoming, at pick up they always tell me how his day was and my son is happy to tell me who he played with and what he has done.

Reply from Julia Batley, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are so pleased your son is enjoying his time at pre-school.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending the nursery now for three months and he absolutely loves it! We moved him from his previous one which he had attended since a baby and I was worried about the transition, but the staff could not have been better. He adores all the staff there and I couldn't recommend the nursery
more.

Reply from Julia Batley, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are so pleased your son has settled into pre-school.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my kids have been to this nursery and had amazing experiences. Would recommend again and again. The staff are brilliant. Both children learnt so much whilst also having a great time. Communication between staff and parents is good and they really do try to help in any way. They are compassionate
and go above for the children.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very friendly and approachable. I have seen a big difference in my daughter since coming. Her confidence has grown and she loves to come and play. She has met and made a lot of friends already who I am sure will go to her primary school (when the time comes). Thank you Little Barn Owls
for bringing out the best in my little girl.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An amazing preschool with key workers who are really supportive, encouraging and care about the children. My daughter has progressed a lot in her confidence and social capabilities since she has been attending.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can not recommend this preschool enough. The setting itself is lovely with a wonderful outside space and a variety of toys and activities. My son was two when starting and had previously had separation anxiety and what with the first lockdown I was really apprehensive how he would settle, however,
the manager and her team were amazing while he was settling in and it did not take long for my son to love it. The staff are friendly and caring and give detailed handovers. Nothing seems too much trouble. He is loving his time here and talks about his friends which, given the current situation, I’m pleased he is still able to socialise in a safe way. I have a safe and happy child who is definitely learning and developing while playing I can’t ask for more would highly recommend.

Reply from Julia Batley, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

We are so pleased that your son is enjoying his time at Little Barn Owls.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 3 year old son is at this preschool and enjoys every day that he attends.
He has a good bond with the staff especially his key members of staff. If you have problems with certain aspects of learning the staff are always on hand with new ideas and try to help introduce ways to make life easier.

The building is a perfect size for a preschool and has a good outdoor space. It is also helpful that you can drop your child off early and not have to stick to a 9 am drop off.
I always feel secure in the knowledge that my child is being cared for and they are in a safe environment.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loved it here, the key workers are so loving and caring and it's everything you would want when leaving your child. Not only did they support my child but they also supported me when needing help. I would highly recommend! My daughter left in September for school but she still wishes she
was back at Little Barn Owls. I wouldn't pick any other preschool.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a wonderful preschool. The staff are great and our little girl settled really quick in this new setting and is making new friends. She is always excited to go and asks each morning if it is a preschool day.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely amazing staff, everyone one of them is kind and caring and ready to talk. They provide a fantastic environment for my child to develop and I feel happy and safe to send my child in their care. Wish I could make it more than 5 stars.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attends this pre-school for 12 hours a week.
She really looks forward to coming here, especially the climbing area.
It took a little while for her to go in by herself without a few tears but the staff were so good and reassured her.
She has learnt so much since being here. Her speech
has improved and she almost knows the alphabet completely.
I would definitely recommend Little Barn Owls for anyone needing a pre-school.

Reply from Julia Batley, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

We are so pleased that your daughter is enjoying her time at Little Barn Owls Pre school.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love this pre-school, my daughter went here in 2018 and loved it and now my son has just started.
I absolutely love the care and support given, the ladies really do try their best for each child. My son has settled so well in the month he has been attending, he is already learning so much and absolutely
adores his key worker.
Keep up the good work Little Barn Owls Pre-school!

Reply from Julia Batley, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

Thank you for your kind words.
We are glad your son is enjoying his time at Little Barn Owls.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Little Barn Owls were so professional, caring and patient with my daughter who found it very difficult to settle into nursery, they gently encouraged her and the whole process was done at the speed suitable for my daughter. It is a fabulous place for children to thrive and build confidence and I would
recommend Little Barn Owls 100%! They have exceeded themselves in how they have managed and adapted the setting during the current pandemic, as a parent I have been regularly updated on any changes which has given me no doubt that nursery is the safest and most beneficial place for my child to be. Thrilled to have found this little gem!

Reply from Julia Batley, Manager at Little Barn Owls Pre-school

We are pleased your daughter enjoys little Barn Owls.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Little Barn Owls Pre-school

What is the Age Range of Children that Little Barn Owls Pre-school accepts?

Little Barn Owls Pre-school accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Little Barn Owls Pre-school Open?

Little Barn Owls Pre-school is open: Monday 08:00-16:00, Tuesday 08:00-16:00, Wednesday 08:00-16:00, Thursday 08:00-16:00, Friday 08:00-16:00.

How many Children does Little Barn Owls Pre-school have capacity for?

Little Barn Owls Pre-school has capacity for a total of 30 Children.

How far is Little Barn Owls Pre-school to the centre of Gosport?

1.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.